Conference 101 Programs

As of 5/23/08

Conference 101 - Orient Yourself

ALA Divisions and Round Tables will be sponsoring Conference 101 programs throughout the weekend. These 101 programs will help you plan how to ‘do’ conference based on the kind of work you do, or the type of library where you work. Get expert advice on programs to attend, exhibitors to visit, parties to frequent, and ways to get the most out of conference. These events are listed below.

Conference 101ALA NMRTFriday, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
New to the Annual Conference, or ALA? Get a fun and informative introduction to the Annual Conference and Anaheim. Learn to navigate the exhibits, decipher the conference program, how ALA really works, and ways for you to get involved. NMRT provides tips from the pros and an orientation, which is full of information.

NMRT Conference OrientationALA NMRTSaturday, 8:00 am - 10:00 am
New to the Annual Conference, or ALA? Get a fun and informative introduction to the Annual Conference and Anaheim. Learn to navigate the exhibits, decipher the conference program, how ALA really works, and ways for you to get involved. NMRT provides tips from the pros and an orientation, which is full of information.

YALSA 101Friday, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
What is the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA)? Learn more in a basic orientation, which will include an overview of the division and its activities.

LITA 101: Open HouseFriday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
LITA 101: Open House is a great opportunity for current and prospective members to talk with LITA leaders and learn how to make connections and become more involved in LITA activities.

RUSA 101: Introduction to Our DivisionFriday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
First time attendees are welcome to join us and learn more about two diverse, dynamic divisions, and meet our members.

ALSC 101: Making ConnectionsFriday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
We’ll provide information that will help you get the most from your time at Annual Conference, and your membership in the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC). Meet other new members, ALSC officers, and learn how to become involved in the division at this informal session.

IRRT Librarians OrientationALA; IRRTFriday, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
An introduction to the ALA Conference and the city of Anaheim, California for International and other attendees from abroad. ALA members will provide an overview of the conference, including recommended programs and social activities. Learn about conference transportation, the ALA’s Exhibit Hall and the meaning of the ALA’s many acronyms. Meet your mentors and representatives from ALA’s many divisions and round tables who will help international librarians get the most from the conference experience. (For International librarians outside the U.S.)

PLA 101: ALA Annual Conference Tips for First Time AttendeesPLA; ALA MEMBERSHIPSaturday, 8:00 am - 9:00 am
This is a how-to session for first time ALA Annual Conference attendees who are PLA members or work in public libraries.

Diversity 101ALA DIVERSITY
Saturday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Whether you are new to ALA or want to learn more about this key action area for the association, this session covers the basics on conference sessions, groups, initiatives, and opportunities to get involved across our organizations.